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Meredith Silva's practice focuses on elder law, estate planning, conservatorship/guardianship law, probate, medicaid planning and application, special needs planning and probate. Meredith is frequently appointed by the Court to serve as Guardian ad litem and Attorney ad litem in conservatorship cases. She also serves as a fiduciary for disabled individuals who are unable to care for themselves and do not have family to assist them.
Meredith is an experienced litigator with 20 years of experience zealously representing thousands of clients.
Meredith’s practice is located in Davidson County, Tennessee. Meredith is licensed to practice law in the State of Tennessee and also in Florida. She is a member of the Tennessee Bar Association, the Nashville Bar Association, the National Association of Elder Law Attorneys, and the Conservatorship Association of Tennessee.
Meredith graduated with honors from the University of Florida Levin College of Law in Gainesville, Florida and received her bachelor's degree from New College of Florida, the Honors College of the State of Florida.
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Acquired: 2017
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Acquired: 2004
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901 Woodland Street, Suite 104, NASHVILLE, TN, 37206
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Posted by Alex | November 13, 2025 | Hired Attorney
I worked with Attorney Meredith Silva on my conservatorship case and cannot say enough good things about her. From the first consultation to the final order being granted, she was caring, knowledgeable, and incredibly steady in a very emotional process. The entire conservatorship process is a stre...
Posted by Mary | July 18, 2025 | Hired Attorney
It was a pleasure working with Meredith Silva on my Estate Planning. She was very accommodating, listens well, honest, no pressure. I felt very comfortable trusting her with my estate planning.
Posted by Phylis | July 9, 2025 | Hired Attorney
I hired Meredith Silva to review and revise my husband’s will and medical and financial Power of Attorney to comply with Tennessee law. Her approach to the case also focused on protecting my husband and me, not just complying with TN law. Meredith kept me informed via email and phone calls throughou...
Posted by Kara | October 31, 2024 | Consulted Attorney
Meredith explained to me how a somewhat complicated probate situation I am a part of might unfold so that I could better understand my involvement & how the process will work. I highly recommend Silva Law, they were very competent, very responsive & very reasonable in fee structure.
Posted by Carole | April 12, 2023 | Hired Attorney
Meredith Silva was our attorney during a very difficult time for our family. Two beloved family members passed away within a few months. We knew the moment we spoke with Ms. Silva during the initial consultation that she was exactly who we needed to assist with the probate process, which we went thr...
"If you're looking for an experienced, tenacious attorney who will do everything she can for you, look no further. Meredith is a respected member of the legal community I would be happy to call in a time of need."
"Meredith is diligent and aspires to attain the best results for her clients. I endorse this lawyer. I would not hesitate in contacting her for your legal needs."
"Meredith Silva is an excellent attorney whose diligence and insight supersedes her peers in both knowledge of the law and service to her clients."
"Meredith has been and continues to be a zealous advocate for her clients. She practices with kindness, compassion, and care. I've known her to handle the most complex criminal defense cases and serve as guardian ad litem for those in need of conservatorships. Meredith is active in the legal community, being a member of the Florida bar since 2004, a member of TACDL (Tennessee Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers) and a member of the Tennessee and Nashville Bar Associations. I highly recommend Meredith, she is dedicated, skilled, and will work to resolve your case favorably."
"I highly recommend Meredith Thorp Silva. She cares for her clients and is very knowledgeable regarding the law. She works extremely hard for her clients, and she cares about criminal justice. I have worked with her on cases, and I have found her to be a lawyer that is willing to go the long haul and put up the good fight."
"Meredith Thorp is an experienced attorney who is client centered. She is an excellent legal writer and trial attorney."
"I endorse Meredith. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."
"Ms. Thorp is very skilled at spotting issues and developing legal defenses for her clients. She is always willing to fight for her clients rights even in the face of bad odds or bad facts."
"I highly recommend this attorney. Ms. Thorp fights hard for her clients and really takes the time to learn about her clients. She is wonderful to watch in trial and has obtained not guilty verdicts in case with tough facts. She has a kind and pleasant demeanor and I have always enjoyed working with her on cases in the past."
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Top 10 Attorney, Attorney and Practice Magazine
2020
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2020
Client Champion Award, Martindale-Hubbell®
2004
Book Award in Negotiations and Mediation, University of Florida
2002
Fellowship Recipient, Association for Public Interest Law
2017 - Present
Attorney at Law, Law Office of Meredith Silva
2005 - 2016
Assistant Public Defender, Office of the Public Defender, Sixth Judicial Circuit of Florida
2000 - 2002
Legal Intern, Florida Institutional Legal Services
2020 - Present
Tennessee Bar Association
2019 - Present
Conservatorship Association of TennesseeMember
2017 - Present
Nashville Bar AssociationMember
Case Dismissed!
Guilty of misdemeanor reckless driving after jury trial
Not guilty after trial.
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